INS Surat conducts Medium Range Surface to Air Missile: Navy warship conducts missile test in Arabian Sea

The Indian Navy’s latest indigenous guided missile destroyer, INS Surat, on Thursday successfully carried out a precision cooperative engagement of a sea-skimming target, marking a significant milestone in strengthening the Navy’s defence capabilities. This achievement demonstrates the Indian Navy’s growing prowess in indigenous warship design, development, and operations, and underscores the nation’s commitment to self-reliance…

Haryana’s one-time tax waiver scheme offers up to 60% relief for small traders; check if you’re eligible

The Haryana government introduced a one-time settlement scheme (OTS) to offer tax relief and waive penalties for small traders struggling with pending tax disputes. The OTS Scheme for the Recovery of Outstanding Dues, 2025, which came into effect on April 7, is aimed at easing the burden of legacy tax dues and incentivising voluntary compliance….

Three Maoists killed in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur

Google Maps locates the Bijapur district in Chhattisgarh. File “At least three Maoists were killed till Thursday afternoon (April 24, 2025) in a major operation being carried out along the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border,” a senior police officer said. While three bodies have been recovered, the police suspect there could be more Maoists killed even as the…

Tamil Nadu government bans manufacturing, distribution and sale of mayonnaise across state for one year – Tamil Nadu News

Tamil Nadu has banned the manufacture, storage, and sale of mayonnaise made with raw eggs for one year. The state says the move is to protect public health, as this type of mayonnaise is considered a “high-risk food” that could cause food poisoning. In the official notification released by Tamil Nadu government, mayonnaise is described…